Methods for retaining a gastro-esophageal implant
US9248038B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 15, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/848
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various methods and devices are described for retaining a medical implant within a body cavity. According to one aspect, at least a portion of a medical implant is positioned within a body cavity, and a wall of the body cavity is re-shaped such that the re-shaped wall prevents migration of the medical implant out of the body cavity. The re-shaped body wall may form a tissue pocket, tunnel, or other barrier against migration of the implant.
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